**_Arsenal are reportedly among the clubs in contention to sign RB Leipzig star Xavi Simons this summer._**
The 22-year-old playmaker is expected to be one of several key players to leave the Bundesliga side during the transfer window.
Several top European clubs have been linked with a potential move.
According to German newspaper **_[Sport Bild](https://m.sportbild.bild.de/?t_ref=https%3A%2F%2Fsportbild.bild.de%2F)_**, Arsenal are one of a number of clubs showing interest in Simons ahead of a possible deal.
Tottenham, Newcastle and Manchester United are also believed to be in the race for the Dutch midfielder's signature.
RB Leipzig are said to be demanding a fee in the region of €70m for the Netherlands international.
Simons' agent has reportedly already held talks with interested clubs in preparation for a potential transfer.